Need help with a 289

Baw289

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Looking to freshen up the little 289. Looking to spend around $1500 on her, I was thinking heads, cam, and headers? Anyone have any suggestions? Would I be better off trying to find an already built late model 302? I have a newer weiland intake and carb. Let me know, thanks for looking.
 
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If i'm not mistaken, the stock head volume is 54cc on the 289 head. Most aftermarket aluminum heads are 60cc and higher. You could pick up a set of used Windsor Jr. cast iron heads for ~$500 and have them milled .030 to get you close to the chamber volume. If they are fitted with a 2.02" intake valve, you will have to worry about valve clearance with an agressive cam. I can't recall if they are available with a 1.90" intake valve. With the money left over, you can add an ignition and distributor.

FYI... I bought most of everything I have from ebay, recycler.com, corral.net, and the junk yard. Take your time, do some shopping, and save a ton.